The Tuesday Letter
Agricultural Experiment Station & Cooperative Extension Service
Tuesday, April 06, 2010
(Vol. 16 No. 22)
IN THIS ISSUE...
WORD FROM THE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - EXTENSION AND APPLIED RESEARCH
I've had quite a bit of correspondence, discussions, and opinions presented regarding the inclusion of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) as a workshop presenter at the recent National 4-H Conference in Washington, DC. I tend to look at these kinds of unfortunate situations as an opportunity to learn some lessons. I think I've learned or been reminded of a few, but would be interested to hear of any lessons you may have learned as well. A few of those lessons I've learned include:
- Just because we believe everyone should know, doesn't result in everyone knowing.
- Don't assume everyone in national roles to be aware of the core agenda of HSUS.
- Hindsight is perfect, isn't it?! If no one on the national planning committee had any experience with or knowledge of HSUS, they needed someone who did. Why weren't we practicing being a leader as a part of the planning committee?
- Social digital networks can spread information faster and hotter than a Kansas prairie wild fire! And, the information getting spread does not necessarily have to be based upon either fact or experience.
- Defining the real culprit doesn't always happen. Who or what might it be, USDA National Institute for Agriculture's National 4-H Headquarters, the Humane Society of the United States, or the planning committee, or the workshop selection process, or something else?
- Criticism is much easier to deliver than to receive.
- In spite of it all, you still have to believe people to be honest, credible, and trustworthy, until which time they prove undeserving. It would be much easier to be suspicious of everyone, but then what kind of life would that provide?
And, with that, I've probably offended a few, made a few smile, and for the rest, you'll probably forget it all as soon as you close this website.
If you have other lessons learned, I'd sure enjoy hearing them.
I will see many of you in Great Bend where I hope we will be having a great week! - Daryl Buchholz dbuchhol@ksu.edu
CONNECT WEB CONFERENCING TRAINING - APRIL 7, 14, 21
Want to do meetings on-line, conduct Webinars, share and
collaborate information, reduce travel, save money and time?
IET is offering several Adobe Connect web conferencing trainings on
Wednesdays; April 7 (1 p.m.), April 14 (9 a.m.) and April 21 (9 a.m. and
1 p.m.).
These one hour sessions cover using the KSRE Connect interface and
many of its interactive features. You will also have an opportunity
to test (and play) with the program. No registration is necessary.
Simply go to http://connect.ksre.ksu.edu/connecttraining/
during the training time. Connect is a FREE tool for KSRE use!
For more information on Connect, go to our TechWeb site, and select the Adobe Connect link on the right side of the
page.
For scheduling Connect meetings, contact Gerry Snyder, gsnyder@ksu.edu, or call IET,
785-532-6270. --Gerry Snyder
2010 4-H VENTURERS BACKPACKING: PECOS WILDERNESS, NEW MEXICO
The exciting annual 4-H Venturers trip is going backpacking in New
Mexico. This is a great opportunity for high-school aged youth to learn
skills in outdoor camping, communications, decision making safety,
leadership, teamwork, first aide and experience the wonders of an
unique and beautiful outdoor environment.
Please share this information with your county 4-H youth and interested
high schoolers.
The Pecos trip runs from July 27 to August 4. Trip information and
important dates such as a May 1 registration deadline are posted on the
Kansas 4-H Venturers website.
For additional information, contact Gerry Snyder, gsnyder@ksu.edu, 785-532-6270; or Jo Ellen Arnold, jearnold@ksu.edu, 785-229-3520. --Keli Yungeberg keliy@ksu.edu
SUMMER INTERNS FOR 2010 HAVE BEEN SELECTED
Eleven students have been selected to participate in intern programs with K-State Research and Extension this summer.
Kristin Gleason, from St. John, will be in Barton County. Kristin is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2011 with a degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education.
Lindsey Friesen, from Newton, will be in Central Kansas District. Lindsey graduated from Kansas State University in 2008 with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.
Callie Williams, from Olsburg, will be in Douglas County. Callie is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2012 with a degree in Agricultural Communications and Journalism.
Lauren Davis, from Manhattan, will be in Haskell County. Lauren graduated from Kansas State University in 2009 with a degree in Animal Sciences and Industry.
Jenell Cox, from Chanute, will be in Johnson County. Jenell is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2010 with a degree in Agricultural Economics.
Bridget Doyle, from Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, will be in Kearny County. Bridget is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2010 with a degree in Animal Sciences and Industry.
Hallie Frobose, from Pemberville, Ohio, will be in Linn County. Hallie is a student at Butler Community College and will graduate in 2010 with an associate degree in Animal Science, Pre-Vet.
Rebecca Strong, from Fort Riley, will be in the Northeast Area Extension Office. Rebecca is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2011 with a degree in Human Ecology.
Lynn Leuthold, from Manhattan, will be in Scott County. Lynn is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2011 with a degree in Agricultural Education.
Teauania Charles, from Wichita, will be in Sedgwick County. Teauania is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2011 with a degree in Family Studies and Human Services.
Hannah Morray, from Gridley, will be in Shawnee County. Hannah is a student at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2012 with a degree in Mathematics.
Contact Stacey Warner for more information at swarner@ksu.edu. --Stacey Warner
WORKING WITH YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS SEMINAR
We invite you to attend a seminar on 'Why Did He Do That? Why Can't She Get It? Working with Youth with Special Needs,' on Tuesday, May 11, 10 a.m. until noon, at the College Center Conference Room at K-State Salina.
No registration fee will be charged, but please register by e-mailing Corrine Huse at chuse@ksu.edu by May 7. There is a $1 parking fee. We will have parking permits available at the door.
Please feel free to pass this information on to your community partners who would be interested in attending the seminar. We just ask that everyone pre-register.
Seminar Details:
The seminar will be presented by Leia Holley, parent information specialist with Families Together, Inc. Leia is also the parent of two teens. JP, her oldest, is a freshman at K-State. He has dyslexia. Her younger son, Sean, is a junior in high school. Sean has autism and several other diagnoses.
Ever wonder why a kid just can't 'get it'? You've shown them over and over and still they struggle with the basic steps. What about those kids who are always telling on another kid. 'He hit me. He hit me.' You didn't see anything. So why is this kid always saying someone hit him. Think about these everyday frustrating events that occur when we are working/playing with kids. We will walk through many of these same 'events'. You will be in the hotseat. Do you learn differently? What about the kids you will spend time with at camp or other youth activities. Leia's interactive presentation will help you in your role as you work with youth in all aspects of your program including camp.
Leia has been with Families Together for more than 10 years. Families Together, Inc. is the Parent Training and Information center serving Kansas families who include a son/daughter with disabilities.
This seminar is sponsored by Operation Military Kids. If you have questions, please contact me at dmack@ksu.edu. --Diane Mack
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